Out With The Old: How Polestar 4 Is Forging Its Own Path In Luxury Automotive

Luxury has always been a reflection of what we value, what we aspire to, and how we choose to move through the world. For decades, luxury in the automotive world was indulgent, excessive, and often a little loud.

But that definition is changing.

Recently named Drive.com.au’s 2025 Luxury Car of the Year under $100,000, Polestar 4 represents the new type of luxury that’s quietly taking hold: one that favours intelligent design, refined performance, and sustainable material choices. On display at this year’s Melbourne International EV AutoShow, the SUV-coupé comes together to create an experience that feels more authentic and more aligned with modern values.  

From the outside, Polestar 4’s design is where this philosophy becomes immediately clear. Built from the ground up, not one detail on this car was left undesigned, thanks to a team of engineers and designers who worked tirelessly to create a car that is not only striking to look at, but functional and comfortable, too. Polestar 4 exudes quiet confidence, from its smooth aerodynamic silhouette to its serene, minimalist interior.  

One of the most striking (and symbolic) design features is the exclusion of a rear window. This deliberate choice was made to allow more light through an extended panoramic glass roof, more generous space for rear passengers, and to integrate an innovative digital rear-view mirror system, offering an enhanced field of vision through a high-definition camera. It’s the kind of rethinking that perfectly balances form, function and finesse.

That balance carries through to how the Polestar 4 feels in motion. Quiet and powerful, driving Polestar 4 is instantly thrilling. The electric motors deliver instant acceleration without the drama. The luxury of seamless response, whether on winding roads or long stretches of highway, means that the driving experience is feeling the car working with you, rather than demanding anything from you.  

Inside, the cabin is calm, considered, and quietly indulgent. Sustainable materials are used where possible - not as a compromise, but as a principle. Developing and choosing recycled and bio-based textiles was not just because they’re better for the planet, but because they feel better. The result is a space that’s light, modern, and incredibly comfortable. No visual clutter. No over-engineered complexity. Just a feeling that everything is where it should be, proving that responsible choices can still feel luxurious.

Technology in the Polestar 4 enhances the driver experience without overwhelming it. With Google built-in, the infotainment experience is intuitive and familiar, reducing distraction while enhancing utility. Navigation, music and climate are managed effortlessly, either by the infotainment screen or by Google voice assistant. Advanced driver assist features offer support without intrusion, integrating seamlessly into a smart, safe drive.  

But what truly sets Polestar 4 apart is how cohesively these elements come together. Every material and detail exists for a reason. Nothing feels superfluous. Everything feels resolved. This is luxury, not just as showmanship, but as intelligent design. In this way, the Polestar 4 speaks directly to what modern drivers are seeking: a vehicle that doesn’t just elevate the drive, but aligns with how we want to live: simpler, smarter and more consciously.

As drivers gravitate toward vehicles that reflect how they want to live, luxury is no longer just about what a car is made from, but how it makes you feel. Polestar 4 sets itself apart not by outshouting the rest, but by carefully balancing every aspect of the luxury driving experience. True luxury is found in the details you don’t have to think about. It's a feeling that’s quiet, confident, yet totally uncompromising. And in the award-winning Polestar 4, that feeling is brought to life through purposeful design, intuitive technology, and a driving experience that leaves nothing behind.